OSCP Kali Linux 2

Question 1

Which Kali Linux tool is used to create a persistent USB drive that saves changes across reboots?

Accepted Answer

dd with persistence partition

Answer

A persistent Kali USB is created by partitioning the drive with a 'persistence' labeled ext4 partition alongside the ISO written with dd.

Question 2

In Kali Linux, which command updates the package database AND upgrades all installed packages in a single step?

Accepted Answer

apt-get update && apt-get upgrade

Answer

Running apt-get update refreshes the package list, then apt-get upgrade installs newer versions; both must be chained to accomplish both tasks.

Question 3

What is the default root password for Kali Linux when first installed?

Accepted Answer

There is no default root password; a user account with sudo is created

Answer

Since 2020 Kali Linux defaults to a non-root user model and prompts you to set a password during installation with no preset root password.

Question 4

Which Kali Linux meta-package installs the top 10 most popular penetration testing tools?

Accepted Answer

kali-tools-top10

Answer

The kali-tools-top10 meta-package installs the 10 most widely used tools included in Kali's curated top-10 list.

Question 5

What does the command 'updatedb' do in Kali Linux and why is it relevant to OSCP engagements?

Accepted Answer

Rebuilds the locate command's file index database

Answer

updatedb rebuilds the database used by the locate command, enabling fast file searches which is useful for quickly finding exploit scripts or config files.

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OSCP Kali Linux 2